M-553 pavement sealing work starts July 22 in Marquette County

MARQUETTE, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $2.1 million to resurface 13 miles of M-553 from M-35 north to County Road 480 in Marquette County. Work includes pavement sealing, edge trimming, hand patching, and pavement markings.

County:
Marquette

Highway:
M-553

Closest cities:
Gwinn, Marquette

Start date:
Monday, July 22, 2024

Estimated end date:
Early September 2024

Traffic restrictions:
Work will require single-lane closures with one lane of alternating traffic open using traffic regulators.

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 25 jobs.

Safety benefit:
This project will increase safety for motorists and extend the lifespan of the roadway.